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Dr. Helen Gordon, MD
Towson, MD
27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gordon, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon in Towson, MD?
Dr. Helen Gordon, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon, who primarily practices in Towson, MD with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Gordon completed her residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gordon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gordon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gordon’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gordon?
Dr. Helen Gordon, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Gordon empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Palliative Care, Preventive Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Towson/MD community, Dr. Gordon is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Gordon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Emory U Sch Med Affil Hosps
Is Dr. Gordon board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Helen Gordon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Gordon speak?
Dr. Gordon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gordon treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon, Dr. Gordon diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Gordon. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Gordon perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Helen Gordon may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gordon's office.
Does Dr. Gordon accept my insurance?
Dr. Gordon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gordon accept in Towson, MD?
Dr. Gordon in Towson, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gordon's office located?
What is Dr. Gordon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gordon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386684520.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gordon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gordon
What is Dr. Helen Gordon's specialty?
Dr. Gordon is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon near Towson, MD. A hospice and palliative medicine surgeon has special knowledge and skills in managing patients with life-limiting illnesses focuses on preventing and alleviating suffering. This specialist maximize the quality of life while working with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team, simultaneously addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has an expertise in assessing patients with advanced disease, provide relief to distressing symptoms, perform coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, to use specialized care systems including hospice, to manage end-of-life care, and guiding legal and ethical decisions in diverse care settings, including hospice. Contact Dr. Gordon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Helen Gordon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gordon is affiliated with University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon?
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Is Helen Gordon accepting new patients in Towson, MD?
Yes, Dr. Helen Gordon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Helen Gordon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gordon's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Helen Gordon?
Please contact Dr. Gordon's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Gordon have?
Dr. Helen Gordon is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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